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Cancer Survivors

Did you know that having cancer can pose hidden consequences for the health of your bones?

Both the disease itself and some treatments to fight the cancer may increase bone loss, leading to osteoporosis and increased risk of fractures.

Fortunately, there are ways to limit bone loss and keep your bones healthy during and after cancer treatment.

You can monitor your bone density and fracture risk, which may be raised by certain types of cancer spreading to your bones.

You can talk to your doctor about medicines you’re taking. Tests can determine whether your medication is the underlying cause.

You can take a blood test to check to prevent complications that sometimes occur during dental procedures.

American Bone Health wants to educate and empower you to protect your bones just as aggressively as you fought cancer. You survived, and now you can thrive.


Posted: 12/5/2016; Revised: 1/21/21. 
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